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Youth Hunt 2008

Posted By: Arthur on September 26, 2008 in Deer Hunt Reports, Hunting - Comments: 6 Comments »

boys.jpgThis weekend is the Youth Hunt for this season.  It should be a good one.  We are all hoping that the weather cooperates, lets us get out hunting, and allows a chance for the kids to bag their first deer.

I know a lot of people frown upon the Youth Hunt, but I for one am a staunch supporter.  I think allowing the kids to get our early only escalates their chances of shooting their first deer.  And who could be against that?

I also do not think this early firearm youth season really affects the deer movement that much.  Of course there is the potential to scare off a wily ‘ole buck a little early in the season, but I think the benefits definitely outweigh the drawbacks.  I think the possibility of scaring off a buck is worth the risk if it gets another youth involved in hunting.  That is my take on the situation anyway.

So, we will have three youth hunters out this weekend.  I know come Monday we will have a great report, kill or no kill, but I do hope that one of the youngsters does manage to put their first deer down.  That would be very cool.

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  1. Good luck. I hope you have some good stories come Monday.

  2. I hope they all have a good time.

  3. Tom Sorenson says:

    People frown on the youth hunt?! That sounds pretty selfish. I’m all for it – get the youngsters hooked early! Look forward to some reports on the season.

  4. Jeff says:

    Arthur, I am with you. I think that the youth seasons are great. It not only helps get young people in the woods, it makes it easier for moms and dads to take them since they can’t hunt/shoot anyway. It also gives kids a chance to hunt with little pressure and in a much safer environment since their are a lot fewer hunters in the woods.

  5. Blessed says:

    I’m all for Youth Hunts! Good luck to the young ones you are taking on this hunt… it won’t be long and you’ll get to be taking Abby! :)

  6. Good luck, I hope all three bag a deer. If not, I know it will be a weekend to remember. Unfortunately I didn’t get any of our kids out this weekend. Too Busy. I hope to get out for the archery opener on Wednesday.

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